Jackson Dorrington

March 2025- Upon his collegiate team being eliminated from the NCAA tournament, Dorrington signed his entry level contract with the Rangers organization. He will report to the Hartford Wolf Pack on an ATO (Amateur Tryout) for the remainder of the current season, prior to his deal kicking in for the 2025-26 season. Brendan Ferry

February 2025 – The Canucks dealt Dorrington to the New York Rangers as a part of the JT Miller trade. He’ll continue to play for Northeastern for the rest of the year before having the opportunity to sign with the Rangers. Dorrington joins a busy left side of the Rangers’ blue line. Zac Jones seems to have earned some time in the NHL, while Matthew Robertson and Connor Mackey currently man Hartford’s left side. Dorrington has had a strong year at Northeastern and may eventually find his way to Hartford. Cracking the NHL roster, however, may be challenging given the current state of the Rangers and the pieces he has to compete with. Nick Orr

November 2024 – Dorrington made vast improvements in 2023-24 after a solid freshman season. He netted six goals and finished with 12 points while vastly improving his defensive play. Dorrington is off to another great start this season, his junior year. The 2022 sixth-rounder is already up to five points in just 11 games with Northeastern. Additionally, Dorrington was named the Hockey East Defender of the Week. So far, Dorrington has made significant strides in his defensive game. He’s getting into shooting lanes and using his 6-2 frame to disrupt attackers. Dorrington will look to continue his high-level play and lead Northeastern for the rest of the season. Nick Orr

June 2023 – While it may not have been an explosive Freshman year by any means, Dorrington had a decent showing with the Northeastern Huskies. He scored no goals but contributed six assists in 35 games and showcased his defensive prowess, finishing the season with an impressive plus-4 rating. Despite being a left-hand shot, he played most of his minutes on the right side while showcasing his usual intimidating physical game and strong defensive skills. The 19-year-old will return to Northeastern and take on his Sophomore season, where he should play an increased role. Dave Hall

June 2022 – The Canucks made a promising selection in the 2022 NHL Draft, choosing Jackson Dorrington with the 176th overall pick. Dorrington, a 6-foot-2 defenceman, has showcased offensive potential despite modest point totals in the USHL. His ability to turn flashes of brilliance into consistent performance makes him an intriguing prospect to keep tabs on.

Defensively, he excels with a strong stick and physical play, effectively battling opponents along the boards and in front of the net. While his lateral mobility needs improvement, his straight-line skating allows him to cut off rushes in the neutral zone. His intelligence and transition game are highly praised, as he intelligently moves the puck up the ice, creating advantageous situations for his teammates. Offensively, he actively joins the play, utilizing quick give-and-go passes to generate scoring opportunities.

Dorrington’s skating and puckhandling skills need work, which he aims to address at Northeastern University next season. His posture limits his backward skating and speed, leading to occasional struggles when defending opponents. Despite these challenges, Dorrington’s mental aptitude for the game and occasional flashes of brilliance present an intriguing development prospect for the Canucks’ player development department. Dave Hall